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Philip Barbour High School 2017-2018 Student and Parent Handbook

High School 304-457-1360

Career Technical Center 304-457-4807

Brandon Wellness Center 304-457-4000 Fax 304-457-5532

Home of the Colts 99Horse Shoe Drive Philippi Wv 26416 Http://pbhs.barb.k12.wv.us

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Philip Barbour Fight Song

Let’s cheer for Philip Barbour High Then may colors ever fly. And when we play, we give our all throughout the game We never quit until we’re sure we’ve won our frame. So, while our standards are the best We’re sure to stay above the rest. So, give a cheer (hey) for Philip Barbour’s Blue & white Cheer the Colts, Cheer the Barbour County Colts. By Don Hershberger

Proper etiquette is to stand and participate!

Alma Mater

All Hail to Philip Barbour Forever we’ll be true Thru all our joys and sorrows Still waves the white and blue We join our hands together and still we’re ever true So, Hail our Alma Mater Hail to you Yes, Hail dear Philip Barbour Hail to you By Janie Daugherty

Visit our School web site at Http://pbhs.barb.k12.wv.us

A complete listing of administrators, faculty, staff, coaches and classroom sponsors and much more helpful information can be found on the school web page.

Additionally, Daily Announcements and weekly looking ahead are posted on the school web page. BARBOUR COUNTY SCHOOLS NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html .

RACIAL, SEXUAL, RELIGIOUS/ETHNIC HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE POLICY

It is the policy of Barbour County Schools that racial, sexual, religious/ethnic harassment and violence will not be tolerated under any circumstances. We firmly believe that all persons are to be treated with respect and dignity. Harassment and violent incidents will be responded to in a manner that effectively deters future incidents. Racial, sexual, religious/ethnic harassment and violence refers to unwelcome and unwanted behavior related to sex, race, religion, or ethnic groups that makes the recipient feel afraid, embarrassed, helpless, angry, or unsafe or upsets the recipient to the point that he/she cannot learn, cannot teach or be effective at school or at his/her job. Harassment and violence is prohibited between staff members, between staff members and students, between students, and from members of the public directed at students or staff, on school property or at school sponsored events. Some examples of harassment and violence may include but are not limited to: someone gay; ethnic or racial slurs; or threats, insults or assaults against someone due to their sex, race, religion, or ethnic group. For more information reference Barbour County Schools Policy 2300. If a staff member or student feels that his/her emotional well being, his/her sense of safety and security or sense of self-worth is being affected by such conduct, a complaint should be filed by contacting his/her school principal or by calling: Superintendent of Schools Barbour County Schools 45 School Street Philippi, WV 26416 304-457-3030

All Barbour County Schools Policies can be referenced at the following web site: http://www.wvschools.com/barbourcountyschools

PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL’S Vision Statement

The vision of Philip Barbour High School complex is to provide rigorous and relevant educational opportunities in preparations for college and careers in the 21st century.

At PBHS we strive to provide a(n)….

 Caring, nurturing, and welcoming environment for students, families, faculty, and community  Opportunities for social, emotional, physical, and academic excellence

 Lifelong learners and problem solvers who use critical thinking in daily living

 Technologically proficient individuals using resources ethically as citizens of a global community

 Safe and secure environment for all

Reference Barbour County Schools Policies 1100 to view the entire policy.

PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL COMPLEX BELL SCHEDULE

Daily Schedule 7:40 Teachers in Classrooms 7:55 – 7:57 Announcements (2 minutes) 7:57 – 8:42 1st Period (45 minutes) 8:46 – 9:31 2nd Period (45 minutes) 9:35 – 10:20 3rd Period (45 minutes) 10:24 – 11:09 4th Period (45 minutes) 11:09 – 11:44 “A” Lunch (35 minutes) 11:13 – 11:58 First 5th Period (45 minutes) 11:58 – 12:33 “B” Lunch (35 minutes) 11:48 – 12:33 Second 5th period (45 minutes) 12:37 – 1:22 6th Period (45 minutes) 1:26-2:11 7th Period (45 minutes) 2:15 – 3:00 8th Period (45 minutes)

Advisor-Advisee Schedule 7:40 Teachers in Classrooms 7:55 – 7:57 Announcements (2 minutes) 7:57 – 8:37 1st Period (40 minutes) 8:41 – 9:21 2nd Period (40 minutes) 9:25 – 10:05 3rd Period (40 minutes) 10:09 – 10:49 4th Period (40 minutes) 10:53 – 11:33 Advisor/Advisee (40 minutes) 11:33 – 12:03 “A” Lunch (30 minutes) 11:37 – 12:17 First 5th Period (40 minutes) 12:17 – 12:47 “B” Lunch (30 minutes) 12:07 – 12:47 Second 5th Period (40 minutes) 12:51 – 1:31 6th Period (40 minutes) 1:35 – 2:15 7th Period (40 minutes) 2:19 – 3:00 8th Period (41 minutes)

Two-Hour Delay Schedule 9:40 Teachers in Classrooms 9:55 – 9:57 Announcements (2 minutes) 9:57 – 10:27 1st Period (30 minutes) 10:31 – 11:01 2nd Period (30 minutes) 11:05 – 11:35 3rd Period (30 minutes) 11:39 – 12:09 4th Period (30 minutes) 12:09 – 12:39 “A” Lunch (30 minutes) 12:13 – 12:48 First 5th Period (35 minutes) 12:48 – 1:18 “B” Lunch (30 minutes) 12:42 – 1:18 Second 5th Period (35 minutes) 1:22 – 1:52 6th Period (30 minutes) 1:56 – 2:26 7th Period (30 minutes) 2:30 – 3:00 8th Period (30 minutes)

PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL COMPLEX REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

1.0 Purpose

Barbour County Schools provides students the 21st century knowledge, skills, and capabilities needed for adulthood.

1.1 Adolescent education at the high school level provides a rigorous course of academic study to enable students to achieve high levels of competence so that they can complete graduation requirements and be prepared to successfully enter and compete in the work place and post-secondary education.

2.0 Responsibility

To graduate from high school, a student must earn a minimum of twenty-four (24) credits, including the successful completion of course requirements as specified in WV Policy 2510.

2.1 A non-credit Senior Project (experiential learning) is required of all graduating students. 2.2 In order to graduate, students will complete 6 hours of approved experiential learning. 2.3 Credits for courses will be awarded based upon demonstration of mastery of the WV Content Standards and Objectives/Next Generation Standards. Students demonstrating mastery of WV Content Standards and Objectives/Next Generation Standards in the subjects will be provided the opportunity to advance to the next grade level objectives. 2.4 All students shall be scheduled for a full instructional day during each of the four high school years. Students may apply and earn dual credit college courses according to procedures. The principal will make all final determinations regarding student’s graduation or credit status at the school level.

3.0 Transfer of Credits –

3.1 Credits will not be awarded or accepted from the home school learning environment unless the credit requested is in compliance with section 6.0 of this policy. 3.2 Credit from private schools will only be accepted if the school is accredited and the course complies with the requirements of WVDE Policy 2510.

4.0 Participation in Graduation Exercises –

4.1 Only those students who have successfully completed all of the requirements for graduation prior to the date set for commencement exercises shall be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremonies. All fees, fines, and charges will be paid before a student is allowed to participate in graduation exercises.

5.0 Planned Educational Program –

In accordance with West Virginia Department of Education requirements, an Individualized Student Transition Plan (ISTP) shall be prepared and periodically reviewed and updated for each secondary student. Students will designate either a professional or skilled pathway as part of the plan which will guide selection of coursework.

6.0 Testing Out of Required or Prerequisite Offerings –

A student may “test out” of a required or prerequisite course by taking an approved RESA VII examination to demonstrate mastery in the WV Content Standards and Objectives/Next Generation Standards for the content area as per the requirements of WVDE Policy 2510.

6.1. The student’s records will indicate that completion of the area of study occurred through the exam process.

6.2 The criteria for approval of the testing out of a high school course will follow the RESA VII guidelines.

7.0 Early Graduation –

Early graduation is defined as graduation from high school one full year prior to the class in which the student entered the ninth grade.

7.1 In order to be eligible for early graduation, a student must petition the Barbour County Board of Education one semester in advance of the junior year. 7.2 The petition for early graduation must be supported by three letters of recommendation from teachers and a letter of recommendation from the principal. 7.3 The petition must also have a letter of pending acceptance from a post-secondary school. 7.4 Petitions will be decided upon by the Board of Education on an individual basis. 7.5 For classification purposes, early graduation students remain a member of their original cohort. For example, students will participate in school activities as a junior not a senior such as GSA, class tournaments, prom, class trips, senior privileges, etc… 7.6 Students will not be ranked for recognition purposes.

8.0 Graduation Honors System -

All students in a class, except foreign exchange students, shall be included in the determination of rank-in-class. The final class rank will be determined at the completion of the end of the seventh semester of the graduation class. 8.1 At the end of the seventh semester of the graduation class, students will be ranked in the following classifications: • Summa Cum Laude: 4.0+ • Magna Cum Laude: 3.75 – 3.99 • Cum Laude: 3.5 – 3.749 8.2 Grade point averages will not be rounded. 8.3 For “top” graduate recognition purposes, students must have achieved Summa Cum Laude status.

9.0 Credit Recovery/Credit Rescue PBHS Credit Recovery Courses (ODYSSEY) Students may register for an ODYSSEY (credit recovery course) once the failing grade for the class has been transcripted at the end of the semester. However, an exception may be made for a student who has failed the class, is currently enrolled in the class again, and is still failing. The privilege of taking a class in Credit Recovery will be denied to students who have 15 or more unexcused absence in the class(es) they are trying to recover credit and they must have at least an overall grade of 45% in that class. Credit recovery during the school day is only provided for Juniors and Seniors who need to make up at least 3 credits. All others can be made up in summer school, before school, during the students lunch period, or after school. All tests must be proctored by a Credit Recovery teacher. Summer School Credit Recovery Students recovering a class in summer school must not have 25 or more unexcused absences. Seniors planning to use CR to graduate that year must have their Credit Recovery Application and Contract submitted by February 1st and have course(s) completed by the last day for seniors. Seniors who do not recover the necessary credits through the CR program by the last day for Seniors WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in graduation exercises. Seniors who have not earned enough credits by the last day for seniors WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in graduation exercises. The non-graduating seniors will be permitted to continue attending school during regular hours to work on CR courses until the last day of school for students. The non graduating Senior may then be eligible to attend summer school (if offered) to continue working towards completing the requirements for graduation. A diploma will be awarded (within 10 business days) after an Administrator verifies that all graduation requirements have been met.

Proposed PBHS Credit Rescue (if available) Year Long Class Students may not be placed into the Credit Rescue program after 10 days from the end of the 1st nine weeks and students must not have 5 or more unexcused absences in the class(es) they are trying to rescue credit for and they must have at least an overall grade of 45% in that class. Block Class Those students who are in a block class may not be placed into Credit Rescue after 5 days from the end of the first progress report date. Students must not have 3 or more unexcused absences in the class(es) they are trying to rescue credit for and they must have at least an overall grade of 45% in that class. Seniors planning to use Credit Rescue to graduate that year must have their Credit Rescue course(s) completed by the last day for seniors. Seniors who do not recover the necessary credits through the program by the last day for Seniors WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in graduation exercises.

Please reference West Virginia State Board Policy 2510 for specific graduation requirements.

For a complete list of classes to meet graduation requirements visit our school web site at http://pbhs.barb.k12.wv.us A complete listing of administrators, faculty, staff, coaches, and class sponsors and much more helpful information can be found on the school web page.

Additionally, “Daily Announcements” and a weekly “Looking Ahead” are posted on the school web page.

SENIOR PROJECT – GENERAL INFORMATION

Statement of Purpose:

The purpose of the Senior Project is to provide an opportunity for each 12th grade student to explore in depth an area of interest related to his or her career goals, while demonstrating mastery of skills acquired during the high school experience.

Senior Project Research Paper in all English 12 classes completed by the end of 1st semester. Presentations should occur during state assessment weeks. Seniors would sign up for a time and date based upon grade and attendance. Seniors would present to their English teacher and their A/A advisor. Scores of the two faculty members would be averaged. Senior project presentations and physical project should not be judged by just one faculty member. Senior projects (paper, physical product, and presentation) should be modified according to the English course they have chosen. English TR 4-6 page research paper focusing on a career 15-30 hours Plus a resume and a cover letter logged on phys. project 6 sources – Works Cited page

English 12 6-10 page research paper – may include 15-30 hours career topics. 6 sources logged on phys. project

English CR 8-15 page research paper 30+ hours logged on Include annotated bibliography physical project Works Cited page (MLA style) 8-10 sources

AP Eng. 12 8-15 page research paper 30+ hours logged Completed independently of class physical project. Include annotated bibliography Works Cited page (MLA style) 8-10 sources

Physical project hours must be verified by parent/mentor signature on the log sheet. The log sheet should be checked each 9 weeks before the presentation. Parents / mentors must meet with English teacher prior to the presentation to verify all hours logged on physical project. Hours logged are for physical project only. Hours completed on the research, paper, or PowerPoint are not logged. Evidence in the form of photos, video, letters from mentors must be turned in prior to the presentation. Hours completed toward the physical project with another teacher in their classroom for their course cannot be logged as hours. The physical project hours can no longer be signed by another teacher at Philip Barbour, CTE Center, or Fred Eberle Center.

EXPERIENTIAL/WORK-BASED LEARNING

The Experiential/Work-Based Learning component of each student’s educational plan is designed to provide a minimum of six (6) hours of work experience at one or more actual job sites. A non-credit graduation requirement, the Experiential/Work-Based Learning experiences and sites must be pre-approved prior to completion and post-approved for graduation credit. This requirement is to be fulfilled outside of the school hours.

A number of work-based learning activities are available to the student. The following list is not intended to be exhaustive: clinical experiences, community service learning, field experiences, observations, any mentorship, shadowing, simulations, school-based enterprises, supervised agricultural experiences (SAE), registered youth apprenticeship program, regular employment, internships, and/or other administrative approved activities.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT EDUCATION POLICY

1.0 Purpose: Advanced Placement Education programs shall be provided to meet the needs of students who have been determined to have the potential and desire to complete curriculum more demanding than that offered in the regular classroom.

2.0 Responsibility: Curricula, which provides students with Advanced Placement Education programs in grades 9-12, shall be developed to determine to meet the requirements of the WVDE. Advanced Placement Education programs shall be provided for eligible students as determined by eligibility criteria.

3.0 Definitions:

3.1 Advanced Placement Education is an academic learning experience characterized by content and performance expectations beyond those normally available for the age/grade level of the student which will lead to advanced standing in postsecondary education and can generate college credit.

4.0 Advanced Placement Education Curriculum: It shall include, but is not limited to, the following courses:

a) College Board Advanced Placement (AP); b) Classes offered by postsecondary institutions; (Dual Credit or College Release) c) Other classes that lead to advanced standing in college; d) Advanced courses offered via distance learning

5.0 Distance Learning Programs – Distance learning courses may be used when finances permit and upon approval of the principal and when the course is not currently offered that term to the student at the high school.

6.0 Program Availability: Courses may or may not be offered/taught from one school year to the next depending on student need and staff available.

7.0 Grading: Grading for honors, distance learning, and advanced education classes will be in accordance with the Barbour County Schools Grading System Policy 7200. STUDENT GRADING SYSTEM

Reference Barbour County Schools Policy 7200.

HOMEWORK AND MAKE-UP WORK POLICIES

Homework assignments are an important extension of the classroom experience as they fulfill curricular needs through preparation, reinforcement, and enrichment activities. Students should expect homework to be assigned on a regular basis in reasonable amounts. Specific homework generally will not be assigned over a holiday period. Homework will not be used as a punitive or disciplinary procedure. Homework may or may not receive a formal grade, but it will be checked. The administrators may coordinate amounts of homework assigned to ensure that students are not overloaded.

When requesting homework to be picked up for a student, a minimum of 24-hour notice is required. This is due to teachers having their planning period to prepare the homework for the student. For every day late an assignments is, there will be a 20% grade deduction for every day late.

For more information, reference Barbour County Schools Policy 7200.

WEIGHTED COURSES

Advanced Studio Art 4, Pre-AP Biology, AP English 11, Advanced Musical Studies, AP Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, AP English 12, AP Calculus, Spanish III, Spanish IV, AP US History, AP Gov./Politics, AP Psychology, AP Geography, Math III Stem, and Math IV.

HOMEWORK AND MAKE-UP WORK POLICIES For more information, reference Barbour County Schools Policy 7200.

PROCEDURES FOR THE COLLECTION, MAINTENANCE AND DISCLOSURE OF STUDENT DATA

The purpose of these procedures is to set forth the conditions governing the protection of privacy and access of parents and students as it relates to the collection, maintenance, disclosure and destruction of education records by agencies and institutions under the general supervision of the Barbour County Board of Education. For further information, reference Barbour County Schools Policy 8900.

MULTICULTURAL POLICY Reference Barbour County Schools Policy 7500.

BULLYING, HARASSMENT AND INTIMIDATION

No form of bullying, harassment or intimidation will be tolerated at the Philip Barbour High School Complex, in accordance with Barbour County Schools Policy 8400-9.1 and Policy 2310. Penalties for violations in these areas will be administered as set forth in these policies.

VOLUNTEER, CHAPERONES, AND PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT

Reference Barbour County Schools Policies 9610.

CLOSED CAMPUS Reference Barbour County Schools Policies 8240 VISITORS TO THE SCHOOLS POLICY

Reference Barbour County Schools Policies 9600 PARTICIPATION IN EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Extra-curricular activities are defined as any activities during non-school hours that do not earn classroom credit. In order to participate in extra-curricular activities, students must meet all requirements prescribed by the West Virginia Department of Education and the West Virginia Secondary Activities Commission, which includes having minimum of a 2.0 grade point average for the semester prior to participation. **Note: To participate in an extra-curricular activity on a given day, the student must be present for the equivalent of at least four full class periods on that day. SPECTATOR EVENTS/CROWD CONTROL

Philip Barbour High School will take the proactive measures to foster a climate conductive to good sportsmanship.  The school will hold school-level meetings with students and parents prior to the fall, winter and spring sports seasons to review school, county, WVSSAC and state policy.

 Emphasize at all meetings §61-2-15a (assault, battery on athletic officials; penalties).

 Enforce school, county, WVSSAC, and state policy.

 Take immediate action in addressing violations of school, county, WVSSAC or state policy. Actions may include but not be limited to: verbal and written warnings, ejection from an event, suspension or termination from attendance privileges, or legal action.

 Notify the Superintendent or the Superintendent’s designee, in writing before the close of the next business day, of violations occurring during spectator contests/events, of school, county, WVSSAC or state policy and the action(s) taken.

Reference Barbour County Schools Policy 9630 to view the entire policy and the Code of Conduct at Spectator Events

TECHNOLOGY

The use of school technology must be in accordance with the Barbour County Technology Policy 7600. Prescribed penalties for inappropriate use of technology are described in this policy.

PESTICIDE APPLICATION NOTIFICATION

The pesticide application for notification will be sent home with your child on the first day of school. This needs to be completed and returned to school. AWARDS PROGRAM

This will be announced in the spring and will be scheduled on one day in May.

STUDENT COUNCIL

2016-17 STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS

President Cadie McNaboe

Vice President Skylar Ketchem

Secretary Zoe Payne Treasurer Molly Clark

Sergeant At Arms Maela Carr

Public Relations Olivia Zinn

Parliamentarian Billy Flint

Historian Ethan Edmond

Sponsors: Allyson McNaboe & Gerald Furby

DANCE POLICY

1. Eight chaperones must be present – four of who must be PBHSC staff members. The list of chaperones must be presented to the administration one week in advance of the dance. 2. Attendance at dances will be limited to Philip Barbour High School Complex students and their approved guests of ninth grade level and not over the age of 20. 3. School dances will begin and end promptly at the designated times. 4. When a student is not enrolled at Philip Barbour, a photo ID will be required at the entrance of the dance. 5. Any student leaving the dance will not be permitted to re-enter. 6. Application forms for guest attendance are available through the school office. Only one guest will be permitted per student. Forms are due to the office by the end of the school day prior to the dance. 7. Any student and/or guest who at any time violate any of the regulations governing the school, or indulge in unbecoming behavior, shall be removed from the building at once and will be banned from future dances. 8. The sponsoring organization will contract for security through the local police agency. 9. Appropriate dress will be expected at each dance (following regular school guidelines). Specific standards will be announced as needed. 10. The sponsoring organization shall be responsible for cleaning up the building. DANCE GUEST PERMISSION FORMS CAN BE PICKED UP IN THE OFFICE PRIOR TO THE DANCE.

LOCKERS

Lockers and locks are available for each student’s convenience. It is the student’s responsibility to keep the equipment in good working condition. Any problems with a lock or locker should be reported to the office immediately. For student security of personal belongings, the locker shall be kept locked at all times. Students will not be permitted to go to lockers during instructional time.

Backpacks and gym bags must be kept in lockers during the school day. Purses must be the size of a pencil box. No oversized purses or totes. Gym bags may be carried from the locker to the gym and back to the locker only. Lockers will be assigned either during the summer or the early part of the school year. Replacement costs for lost or student damaged locks is $10.00. Students whose lockers require extensive cleaning at the end of the school year may be charged a cleaning fee. Locker rentals will be $5.00 annually.

MEDICINE-MEDICATION& IMMUNIZATIONS

Medicine and over-the-counter medications will be delivered to the Brandon Wellness Center by the parent/guardian. Such medications will then be maintained and secured in the Brandon Wellness Center or by the school nurse. Only medicine prescribed by a doctor, and in its original container, will be given to a student. Teachers will not permit students to leave their class to take medicine unless the office has granted written permission.

Immunizations need to be updated according to Barbour County Schools Policy 8700-5.2. Please reference BCS Policy 8710 for more information regarding medication administration and BCS Policy 8700 for Communicable Disease Control.

STUDENT ILLNESS If a student becomes ill or is injured, he/she will be issued a pass to the office and/or Brandon Wellness Center. Students are not to leave the campus due to illness without permission from the office. The office staff will make arrangements for the student to go home, if necessary. Loitering will not be permitted. Please Note: Students who have driven to school will not be permitted to drive home when sick. They must call a parent/guardian to be picked up.

LOCKER SEARCHES

A student’s locker may be searched if there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the search will turn up evidence that a student has violated or is violating either the law or rules of the school. Such searches will be conducted in the presence of an adult witness. Furthermore, by accepting a locker a student shall be deemed to have consented to the periodic inspection thereof. The school principal shall retain keys to all lockers in order to affect such inspections.

CANINE ASSISTED LOCKER/FACILTY INSPECTIONS

The superintendent of schools and/or school principal are authorized to arrange for the use of canines that have been trained in the detection of unlawful drugs or explosives to assist in periodic inspections of student lockers, other school facilities areas, classrooms, vehicles or grounds. Any unlawful drugs or explosives that are discovered as a result of a canine assisted inspection may serve as a basis for student disciplinary action under the terms of this policy. Under no circumstances may canines be used to conduct random searches of students. Any inspections conducted under the provisions of this section must be conducted in a manner so as to avoid contact between canines and students.

VEHICLE SEARCHES

A student’s vehicle, while on school property, is subject to search by a teacher or other school official if there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the search will turn up evidence that a student has violated or is violating either the law or rules of the school. Such searches will be conducted in the presence of an adult witness.

SEARCHES OF STUDENTS

Under ordinary circumstances, the search of a student by a teacher or other school official is permitted if there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the search will turn up evidence that the student has violated or is violating either the law or rules of the school. The extent of the search must be reasonably related to the objectives of a search and not excessively intrusive in light of the sex of the student and nature of the infraction. However, “strip searches” are not permitted under any circumstances. Any searches of students by school officials will be conducted in the presence of an adult witness. Any contraband property discovered as a result of a search will be confiscated.

For more information regarding “Search and Seizure” reference Barbour County Schools Policy 8510.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND TOBACCO CONTROL

Possession or use of tobacco in any form will not be permitted on school property. The West Virginia State Legislature has declared its intent to discourage and ban the use of tobacco products by minors. This was done through Article 9A: TOBACCO USAGE RESTRICTIONS.

Code 16-9A-3 directly addresses ―Use or Possession of Tobacco or Tobacco products by persons under the age of eighteen years. This was deemed a misdemeanor... This is also within the concurrent jurisdiction of the county magistrates.

Code 16-9A-4 addresses ―use of tobacco or tobacco products in certain areas of certain public schools being prohibited; penalty‖ and ―every person who shall smoke or use tobacco products in any school or state or on any school grounds actually used for instructional purposes while such school is used or occupied for school purposes shall be guilty of a misdemeanor…The section falls under the concurrent jurisdiction of the county magistrates.

Students using illegal drugs or controlled substances, or having them in their possession will be referred to the appropriate legal authority for possible prosecution. The term ―controlled substances‖ refer to alcohol, drugs, tobacco, prescription medicine and non-prescription medicine. This will be in addition to action that may be taken by the School Administration, Superintendent of Schools, and Board of Education. According to county policy, students suspended for use or possession of controlled substance must complete counseling on the topic prior to re-admittance.

For more information, see Barbour County School Policy 6130 and Policy 8400-7.14.

ATTENDANCE Reference Barbour County Schools Policies 8210

STUDENT DRIVING

Student driving is a privilege and may be granted by the administration on a merit basis. Application forms will be available in the high school office. Those approved must purchase a school-parking permit at a cost of $40.00 per year. The permit stickers must be prominently displayed according to school guidelines. Violations include speeding wreckless driving, speeding, etc. Failure to comply will result in the following actions: 1st instance: one-week suspension of driving privileges; 2nd instance: suspension of driving privileges for the remainder of the school year. If a student driver leaves school grounds without permission from an administrator, they will automatically lose driving privileges for remainder of the school year.

Students with driving permits may not transport any passengers to or from school unless a request has been approved in advance by an administrator. The request must be submitted in writing from the parents/guardians of all involved students. Driving privileges may be revoked in cases of policy abuse or chronic instances of late arrival (e.g. 1 st or 2nd instances of late arrival will result in warnings; 3rd instances will result in a five-day suspension of privileges; 4 th instance will result in suspension of privileges for the remainder of the school year.) After 10 unexcused absences, driving privilege will be revoked. When a student becomes ill they will have to be picked up by a parent or legal guardian. They will not be permitted to drive home for the safety of the student. Student driving without permission may have vehicle booted and given a verbal warning, Second offence the vehicle will be booted and the driver given a day of ISS, Third offence the vehicle can be towed at owners expense. PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL COMPLEX EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

A copy of the fire drill procedures shall be posted in each room. All drills/codes will be practiced and/or executed in the event of an emergency in accordance with the school’s safety plan which is reviewed and updated annually.

FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES & EVACUATION 1. The repeated ringing of the fire bell designates a fire alarm. 2. The purpose of a fire drill is to alert the students and all personnel working at the school to the procedures to be followed in case of an emergency. 3. The drills will be conducted in an orderly manner and performed with reasonable speed. 4. All teachers will accompany their groups and use their grade books to check roll after the groups have assembled outside the building. Students are to remain in their respective groups until or unless designated to do otherwise. Attendance will be reported to the principal or assistant principal. 5. Those not in a classroom at the time of an emergency or fire drill shall leave the building at the nearest fire exit in a quiet, orderly manner. 6. Students will be assigned in each classroom to close windows and doors. After performing their assigned duties, these students should join their respective groups leaving the building. Classroom doors should be left unlocked. 7. If lights are on in the building, DO NOT TURN THEM OFF. 8. If one exit is closed or blocked, students should go immediately, quietly, and in an orderly manner to the nearest available exit. 9. Teachers not responsible for a class at the time of a fire drill will help the custodians check restrooms for people who may not be a part of a group leaving the building, PROCEDURES FOR LEAVING AREAS OF THE BUILDING Students and personnel in all rooms on the Third Floor will depart through the North Exit (across from the Career & Technical Wing of the Complex) and assemble near the flagpole at the Career & Technical Center.

Students and personnel in rooms 202, 203, 204, 205, 225, 226 and 227 on the Second Floor will depart by West Exit on the First Floor at the end of the First Floor Hallway by going down the North Stairs on the second floor. After departing the building students are to assemble across the driveway in the lawn area near the entrance to the facility. Students and personnel in all other Second Floor rooms will depart by the West Main Building entrance by going down the South Stairs on the second floor. The West Emergency Exit Door near room 227 will be used for students unable to use the second floor stairs. This exit use must be coordinated in advance for each period during the day with the school administration. After departing the building students are to assemble across the driveway in the lawn area near the entrance of the main entrance to the facility.

Students and personnel in rooms 109, 112, 116, 136, 137, 139 and 142 on the First Floor will depart by the West Main Building Entrance Exit at the end of the hallway. Students and personnel need to be aware of students departing the facility from the Second Floor by this exit. Students and personnel in all other First Floor rooms will depart by the West Exit at the North end of the first floor. After departing the building, students are to assemble across the driveway in the lawn area near the entrance of the main entrance to the facility. Students and personnel need to be aware of students departing the facility from the Second Floor by this exit. Students and personnel in Art, Band, Choir, Physical Education and Cafeteria Areas will leave through the Main East Exit (Main Back Entrance to the building) and assemble across the road that runs behind the building. Students and personnel in all Career & Technical Center Rooms and Laboratories will leave through the primary direct exterior exits. Secondary exit routes will be identified on charts within each instructional area and will be explained by the respective instructors.

All instructors will have highlighted in yellow on the attached floor plan.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT Behavioral Expectation Standards for Philip Barbour High School Complex

Responsible student conduct plays a major role in creating a positive school climate, one which is conducive to learning. All students enrolled at Philip Barbour High School will receive a copy of the Barbour County Student Code of Conduct, which follows the West Virginia Department of Education Student Code of Conduct. The Student Code of Conduct is always available for review by students, parents, school personnel, and community citizens. PBHSC has adopted a positive behavior support program that will provide optimum learning conditions for both students and staff. Whereas safety and order is the foundation of a positive school climate that supports student academic achievement and personal-social development, this rule also establishes disciplinary guidelines for student conduct that outline behaviors prohibited in West Virginia schools that must be consistently addressed in order to assure the orderly, safe, drug-free, violence- and harassment-free learning environment. Students will earn a conduct grade each nine w eeks which will be recorded on their report card. The conduct grade will be used to determine a student’s eligibility to participate in a variety of activities. Below is a list of point values and behaviors that will be used to determine a student’s conduct grade.

000 Anti-Social Behavior -Warning 000 Disruptive Behavior -Warning 000 Electronic Devices -Warning 000 Failure to Leave Oversized Bag in Locker -Warning 000 Improper Operation of a Motor Vehicle - Warning 000 Violation of School or Classroom Rules - Warning 001 Lack of Materials 1st -5th in each class 001 Late Arrival 001 Tardy for class 005 Lack of Materials 6th -10th in each class 010 Late Arrivals 6th – 10th 001 Anti-Social Behavior - 1st Offense 005 Bus Referral 005 Cheating/Academic Dishonesty -1st Offense 001 Disruptive Behavior – 2nd Offense 005 Electronic Devices -2nd Offense 005 Failure to Leave Unapproved bag in locker -1st Offense 010 Failure to Serve After School Detention - 1st Offense 001 Food/Drink in Classroom 000 Lack of Assignment (Beginning with 3rd lack of assignment student must report to after school tutoring to make up assignments.) 001 Littering 001 Parking Violation (3rd offense will result in loss of driving privilege’s) 001 Possession of Inappropriate Personal Property -1st Offense 005 Profane Language -1st Offense 005 Technology Abuse – 1st Offense 001 Violation of School Rules- 2nd Offense 010 Lack of Materials 11th or more in each class 010 Anti-Social Behavior -2nd Offense 010 Assault on Student- Verbal 010 Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation 010 Bus Referral-2nd Offense 010 Cheating/Academic Dishonesty – 2nd Offense 010 Display of Inappropriate Affectionate Behavior 010 Disruptive Behavior-2nd Offense 010 Electronic Devices-2nd Offense 010 Forgery 010 Improper Operation of a Motor Vehicle 010 In Off-Limits Area 010 Possession or Use of Tobacco -1st Offense 010 Profane Language-2nd Offense 010 Skipping Class 010 Technology Abuse – 2nd Offense 010 Violation of School or Classroom Rules – 3rd Offense 010 Assault on Student - Physical 010 Bullying - Harassment - Intimidation 010 Bus Referral -3rd Offense 010 Defacing School Property - Vandalism 010 Disobeying a Teacher in a Willful Manner 010 Disrespectful Behavior 020 Forgery -2nd Offense 020 Inciting Behavior that Causes Disruption 020 Indecent Acts - Obscene Gestures 020 Insubordination - Defiant 020 Physical Fight 020 Possession of a Knife with Blade less than 3 ½ inches 020 Possession or Use of Tobacco -2nd Offense 020 Profane Language Directed at a School Employee 020 Profane, Derogatory, Racial, Sexual, and Ethnic Remarks 020 Skipping- 2nd Offense 020 Theft 020 Verbal Assault - Threats 050 Safe Schools Act Violations

Common Behavior Descriptions Anti-Social Behavior – A written, verbal, or electronic drawing, photograph, profanity, or obscene gesture toward another student that causes embarrassment, discomfort, or a reluctance to participate in school activities. * 000 Anti-Social Behavior Warning * 001 Anti-Social Behavior – 1st Offense * 005 Anti-Social Behavior – 2nd Offense * 020 Insubordination – Defiant: Repeated Offenses Disobeying a Teacher in a Willful Manner – Refusal to comply with directions or instruction given by school staff. * 010 Disobeying a Teacher in a Willful Manner Disruptive Behavior – Complete disruption of the educational process such as talking, making noises, throwing objects, or any other distracting behavior that affects the safety of themselves and others or keeps a teacher from starting or completing a lesson. * 000 Disruptive Behavior Warning * 001 Disruptive Behavior – 1st Offense * 005 Disruptive Behavior – 2nd Offense * 020 Insubordination – Defiant: Repeated Offenses Electronic Devices – Cell phones, mp3 players, or any other device not used to enhance education are prohibited in the classroom. * 000 Electronic Devices Warning * 005 Electronic Devices – 1st Offense * 010 Electronic Devices – 2nd Offense * 020 Insubordination – Defiant: Repeated Offenses Excessive Tardies – When the tardy bell rings, students will be out of the hallway and in their assigned classroom area. At the conclusion of the bell, students are tardy. Teachers have the right to have higher expectations than the school rule. The teacher’s higher expectation must be discussed with students, posted in advance, and followed consistently. * 001---Tardies Lack of Assignment or Project – Failure to turn in an assignment or meet a project deadline. * After school tutoring required after 3rd lack of assignment. Lack of Materials – Failure to report to class with textbook, pencil, paper, and any other assigned materials. * 001 Lack of Materials 1-5 in each class * 005 Lack of Materials 6-10 in each class * 010 Lack of Materials 11+ in each class Skipping – Student is not in class, not on the excused, absence, or early dismissal list, and has not checked in with the assigned teacher. * 010 Skipping Class (1st Offense) * 020 Skipping Class (2nd Offense) * 020 Leaving School Grounds without Permission Profane Language * 005 Profane Language – 1st Offense * 010 Profane Language – 2nd Offense * 020 Insubordination – Defiant: Repeated Offenses * 020 Profane Language Directed at a School Employee * 020 Profane, Derogatory, Racial, Sexual, and Ethnic Remarks PBHSC’s Positive Behavior Support Program rewards students who demonstrate positive behaviors as determined by their conduct grade within each reward period. There will be two types of activities as described below. 1. Spirit Activities: Activities that enhance positive school climate, pride and connectedness to school. During each nine weeks students with a conduct grade of 93% or higher at mid-term will be admitted to the incentive activity. 2. Incentive Activities: Activities that enhance positive school climate and reward students for maintaining positive behavioral expectations. At the end of each nine weeks students with a conduct grade of 85% or higher will be admitted to the incentive activity. 3. Students that do not attend a full instructional day at PBHSC will have a point requirement proportional to their time in school when determining eligibility for incentives. 4. Good school attendance is required to participate in all incentive activities. If a student has three unexcused days per nine weeks for the incentive…they do NOT get to attend the activity. Upon the accumulation of three unexcused absences, a student is ineligible for those nine weeks incentive activities. 5. Students are ineligible for the incentive if they have an “F” on the progress report prior to Spirit activity or on report card prior to an incentive. 6. On a limited basis, students will have the opportunity to earn points back for incentive purposes. Students must see the school principal for an application and approval.

PBHSC’s Behavioral Expectation Standards calls for seven levels of disciplinary action: 1. Responsible Student Behavior—assigned for Tardies and/or Lack of Materials such as no homework, no textbook, etc. After 2 or more incidents, the teacher will assign Lunch Detention. 2. After School Detention —assigned for loss of 10 or more points for minor offenses such as Lack of Cooperation, Classroom Disruption, Disrespectful Behavior, Disobeying Class Rules, Excessive Talking, Inappropriate Comments/Gestures, Willful Disobedience, Horseplay, etc. May also be assigned for repeated offenses, or level 2 or 3 offenses. 3. Saturday Detention—May be assigned for repeated level 1 offenses or first offense for level 2 or level 3. 4. In-School Suspension—assigned for moderate or chronic violations. 5. Out-of-School Suspension—assigned for major violations or for habitual violations of the Student Code of Conduct. 6. Alternative School Placement—an option based upon extreme or unabated chronic violations. 7. Court Intervention—an option based upon extreme or unabated chronic violations, which result in suspensions (unexcused absences by WV Code (18-8-8). 8. Expulsion—an option based upon extreme or unabated chronic violations by official action of the Barbour County Board of Education. All disciplinary infractions will be handled in accordance with BCS Policy 8400 “Student Code of Conduct.” and WVDE Policy 4373 “Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools:

SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

With the exception of holding hands, any body contact between students while on school grounds will result in disciplinary action.

FIRST OFFENSE – One day in-school suspension SECOND OFFENSE – Two days in-school suspension THIRD OFFENSE – Three days in-school suspension plus a parental conference before readmission. FOURTH OFFENSE – Three days out-of-school suspension and a conference with the Superintendent of Schools or designee.

Reference to Barbour County Schools Policy 8400-7.8

ARRIVING LATE

Students need to be in class consistently in order for them to be successful. Arriving late has proven to cause academic difficulty when it becomes excessive. Verified Medical and Legal appointments (appointment cards will not be accepted) are exempt from this policy. Consequences are as follows:

 1st -3rd late arrival will result in a 1 pt deduction

 4th and up will result in 5 point deduction

 5th late arrival and up will result in In school suspension per semester and 5 point deduction.

Chronic late arrivals may result in further disciplinary action (Student drivers being chronically late after third offense a semester will result in loss of driving privileges rest of the semester).

Students arriving late must either be signed in by an adult, have a parental note, or a parent must call and speak to an administrator prior to the student’s arrival at school.

Students can be dropped off at the student parking entrance of the school by the in the mornings between 7:00 am -7:45 am. Students may be picked up after school by parent/legal guardian at 3:00 pm by the back entrance near the band room.

TARDY FOR CLASS

Students need to be in class in a timely fashion in order for them not to disrupt the learning environment. Arriving tardy for class has proven to cause academic difficulty when it becomes excessive. When the tardy bell rings, students will be out of the hallway and in their assigned classroom area. All tardies are a 1 pt deduction from student’s conduct grade. Chronic tardiness may result in further disciplinary action.

CELL PHONES / MUSIC & ELECTRONICAL DEVICES

The office telephone is a business phone. Only in emergencies, and after approval from office personnel, may a student use the office phone. All students may use a cell phone before or after school and during lunch time in the commons area only or LMTC during the same time. Students are not permitted to use cellular phones, personal music devices, or electronic devices during instructional time. During instructional time cell phones, should be turned off and not in view. Any cell phone, musical device or electronic device that is visible is considered in use and will be confiscated and turned into the office. Any cell phone that rings or vibrates at a prohibited time is considered in use and will be confiscated and turned into the office. A parent or legal guardian will be required to pick up the phone or musical device during the non-instructional hours of 7:00 – 7:55 or 3:00 – 4:00 the FOLLOWING school day. First offense is warning and 24 hour hold on Phone. Second offence will be one day of In School suspension. Failure to turn over device to teacher will result in 2 days of In school suspension and 24 hour hold on phone, refusal to turn phone over to administration will result in 3 days of In school suspension and devise no longer permitted at school Any second offense for violation of the policy will result in the student will no longer be permitted to have a cell phone, musical, or electronic device on school property for the remainder of the school year. Please refer to BCS Policy 8410 for more information. THE SCHOOL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR STOLEN DEVICES. Please reference Barbour County Schools Policy 8410 and 6800 to read the entire policy.

Dress Code A student will not dress or groom in a manner that disrupts the educational process or is detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of others. A student will not dress in a manner that is distractive or indecent, to the extent that it interferes with the teaching and learning process, including wearing any apparel that displays or promotes behavior and/or items prohibited by this policy. All hats are to be left in lockers during the school day. No clothing depicting violence, guns, or knives will be permitted. No clothing that evidences gang membership or that contains depictions of or references to suggestive sex, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, obscenities, or profanity. Refer to COUNTY POLICY 8400

Back Pack Students will not be permitted to use a backpack during the school day. They are permitted to use backpacks to carry books and supplies to and from school but are not permitted to carry them between classes. String bags WILL be allowed to be used to transport clothing only to and from the gym classes.

Students have an opportunity to go to their lockers several times a day: before first period, between each class, before and after lunch, and before boarding the bus at dismissal. Backpacks must remain in the student's locker during the school day.

This policy is in response to the following concerns: safety, the weight student's carry on their backs and safer hallways and classrooms at Philip Barbour High School.

The Administration reserves the right to limit backpacks from being allowed to be brought to school.

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